Can a person bail themself out of jail?

In very few circumstances, they can but a bail bonds company needs someone to sign for the defendant.  When a person signs to get the defendant out of jail, the person is then responsible for that person.  The person who is liable is called the indemnitor.  The indemnitor is responsible for the defendant and must make sure he or she appears at all court dates until the case is done.  In the event that the defendant runs away, the indemnitor has to help the bail bonds company find the defendant and get them back to court.

If someone were to sign for themself and then decide to run away, the bail bonds company would have a very hard time getting that person back to court and would have to pay the court the full amount of the bail if they aren’t able to find the defendant in time.

If you have someone in jail and you want to get them out, remember that you are responsible for the full bail amount if he or she decides to run away.

Call Golden Eagle Bail Bonds at 877-525-1711.  Our agents will help you understand the process and answer any questions you have about bail.